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Douglas, GA · Municipal
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A new voice, a fresh start: Ray City welcomes Councilman Michael Wilson
RAY CITY, Ga. — With his father, Deriel Wilson, present for the ceremony, Michael Wilson took his oath as a Ray City councilman Nov. 10, marking a formal beginning to his service and an encouraging opportunity for the city’s governing body. Mayor Brenda Exum administered the oath during...
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Still serving: Hahira veterans turn pancake breakfast into support for fellow veterans
American Legion Post 218’s successful fundraiser advances Dec. 11 Mayor’s Motorcade to Lake City VA Medical Center. The faces of continued service: Hahira veterans and volunteers gather during American Legion Post 218’s Nov. 7 pancake-and-sausage breakfast at Hahira Community Church. The fundraiser supports the Dec. 11 Mayor’s Motorcade to Lake City VA Medical Center, an effort to provide requested supplies for fellow veterans.
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Opening date set for long-awaited new Oglethorpe Bridge in Albany
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A new bridge carrying Oglethorpe Boulevard over the Flint River in downtown Albany is scheduled to open Dec. 11, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The contractor building the bridge has set the opening date for the crossing, which also carries U.S. 82...
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‘It follows you forever’: Iraq veteran from Albany shares his story
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Before Albert Campbell built a career selling cars in Albany, he served in the Army during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Today, he says the lessons he learned in the military helped him succeed. But the hardships of war have stayed with him, too. He hopes his story will help people understand the sacrifices he says are sometimes overlooked on Veterans Day.
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Retired veterans build wheelchair ramp for Albany Army veteran
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A group of retired veterans built a wheelchair ramp on Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, for a disabled U.S. Army veteran at his home on Johnny W. Williams Road, one day before Veterans Day. Aaron Dawson served in the Army for seven years. He was born...
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Veteran homelessness is down nationwide, but local veterans still face housing challenges
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Fewer veterans are experiencing homelessness across the country, according to an early estimate. But in Southwest Georgia, groups say finding housing and helping veterans stay in their homes can still be a challenge. Pat Christopher of Dog TagSS says the nonprofit helps veterans across Southwest...